Very targeted by private equity firms but owners stand firm on valuation
Online giant Very is being targeted by private equity firms but its owners' hefty valuation will make it difficult for a deal to be reached.
Frasers ups N Brown stake as it kicks off court battle with Morgan Stanley
Frasers Group has upped its stake in N Brown to 20% as it begins its High Court battle against Morgan Stanley today.
M&S begins legal challenge over Marble Arch ruling tomorrow
M&S will kick off its High Court challenge over the blocking of its Marble Arch flagship redevelopment tomorrow (Tuesday).
Ex-Arcadia brands and Debenhams narrow losses under Boohoo ownership
The former Arcadia brands and Debenhams, which were snapped up by Boohoo in 2021, have narrowed its losses after two years under the fast fashion group’s ownership.
Missy Empire hit with ‘toxic’ work culture allegations
Ex-Missy Empire workers have claimed they faced a toxic culture of bullying and abusive and degrading comments at the fashion retailer.
Poundland forced to rebrand ‘Motherland’ after Mothercare cease and desist
Poundland has been forced to retract its "Motherland" signs from its new Bedfordshire store, after Mothercare issued a cease and desist against the move.
Seasalt mulls first London stores under UK expansion plans
Cornish fashion retailer Seasalt could open its first standalone stores in London as part of its UK expansion.
Frasers ups Boohoo stake, strengthening position as largest shareholder
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group has solidified its position as Boohoo’s largest single shareholder as it ups its shareholding once again.
Watches of Switzerland UK sales slip due to tourist tax as it backs review
Watches of Switzerland saw sales dip during its third quarter, with the UK taking a hit due to the tourist tax.
Primark to invest £100m in UK stores in 2024
Primark is set to invest more than £100m in its UK stores this year as it marks 50 years on the British high street.
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